"In the spring of the year, when kings normally go out to war, David sent Joab and the Israelite army to fight the Ammonites. They destroyed the Ammonite army and laid siege to the city of Rabbah. However, David stayed behind in Jerusalem." 2 Samuel 11:1
In an article titled, "9 Running Tips for People Who Want to Become Runners," two running coaches discussed things a new runner could do to be successful - including tracking their progress, running purely for enjoyment, adapting different playlists for different kinds of runs and, what I think is most important... getting an accountability partner. Getting a running buddy, they say, "makes a difference" because a running friend will not only inspire a person to push a little harder, but will encourage them to stay committed to the program when they feel like giving up.
And when it comes to staying committed, steadfast and unwavering in our walk with Christ, having a spiritual accountability partner, or a person devoted to helping us keep our commitment through prayer, counsel and confession, is crucial. Think how differently the story of David and Bathsheba might have turned out if David could have picked up the phone to call a fellow believer the night he "stayed behind in Jerusalem" and decided to take a little walk on the roof of the palace. It was there that he spotted a beautiful woman bathing and was overcome with temptation. Can you just imagine the words David might have heard after going inside and confessing this transgression to, and requesting the counsel of, a Christian brother? "Don't do it dude. She's Uriah's wife and you know it's wrong. Get on your knees and back in the Word... NOW!"
So if you're lucky enough to already have one of these people in your life, count yourself blessed. If you're not, won't you prayerfully seek one out? Not only will it make a difference in helping you stay dutifully firm in your walk with the Lord, but will help them do the same. After all, isn't this why God gave us friends?
Heavenly Father, thank You for those people that are not only committed to serving You but to helping others do the same. May we strive to grow closer to You each and every day and more knowledgeable of your Word that we might be that accountability partner to another Christian brother or sister. It's in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.
Happy Running!!!
D.C. Talk - Lean on me
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